Brazilian string instruments are the cherry on the cake of any Samba ensemble. The beautiful diversity of harmonies complete the soundscape in any Samba school with bateria as well as in a Choro or Samba de mesa group. This is our selection of typical Brazilian string instruments and accessories. learn more

With the right equipment, Samba is even more fun: the right drum head for authentic sound, a stylish and comfortable strap, well balanced mallets, sticks and beaters, spare parts, instrument bags, stands and ear protection - check out our Samba accessories! learn more

You want to specialise, get more training or learn a new instrument? You teach and are looking for teaching material around Brazilian percussion, you want to learn new rhythms and playing techniques and are keen on knowing about deeper backgrounds of Brazil percussion? Here you find a wide range of media from songbooks to DVDs and complete video courses. learn more

Which instruments do I find in a Samba Reggae bloco? Why do caixas in Rio Samba schools sound different to the caixas in an afro bloco? What do I play in a traditional Maracatú and which instruments make a typical Forró ensemble? In our 'styles' section you can find all instrumens sorted by the style they are played in. learn more

Heads

Kalango believes in the authentic sound of Brazil. The drumheads have a strong influence in sound. If you want to get the most authentic sound on your drum, we recommend heads from Brazilian manufacturers. Check out the common Brazilian brands and details about the different types of heads. All sizes are in inches. If you are not sure about the size of your instrument, divide the inner diameter of the tension hoop in cm by 2,54 to receive the right site in inches.

Purchasing replacement heads:If you are buying a replacement head for your instrument, we advise that you get a head from the same brand as your instrument as they should fit without any trouble. If you buy a head from a different brand, you might find that the fit slightly differs or even doesn't go on the shell well or at all. Please understand that we cannot offer warranty in this case.

For over 30 years, the beauty and diversity of the typical drums, bells and rattles of the world of Brazilian percussion instruments has downright spellbound us. In 2002 we founded our online shop for Brazilian instruments KALANGO which is based on our passion for the traditional and innovative music culture of Brazil which we discovered on many travels through Africa and Brazil.

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